• Nov 15 ,2025

What is "Call Vibration" on a Walkie-Talkie?   Call Vibration (often called Vibrate Alert or Vibra-Call) is a feature on many modern walkie-talkies that causes the device to vibrate silently when it receives an incoming call (transmission) from another unit in your group.   It works exactly like the vibrate mode on your mobile phone.   How Does It Work? Incoming Signal: Someone in your group presses the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button on their walkie-talkie.   Activation: Your walkie-talkie, set to the same channel and privacy code (CTCSS/DCS), receives the signal.   Vibration Alert: Instead of (or in addition to) an audible ringtone, a small motor inside your walkie-talkie activates, making the device vibrate.   Your Action: You feel the vibration, know someone is calling, and you can then press your PTT button to respond.   Why is This Feature So Important? The vibrate function is crucial in situations where sound is a problem:   Noisy Environments: On a construction site, in a factory, at a loud concert, or in a busy warehouse, you might not hear the call alert tone. A vibration is much easier to feel.   Quiet/Stealth Environments: In a library, during a meeting, in a hospital, on a security patrol, or while hunting, an audible alert would be disruptive or counterproductive. Vibration allows for silent communication.   Discretion: It allows you to receive a call without drawing attention to yourself or interrupting others nearby.   Confirmation: It provides a physical confirmation that your group's channel is active and someone is trying to reach you, even if you momentarily miss the audio.

• Nov 9 ,2025

These are two distinct but related functions found in some advanced walkie-talkies (like YANTON T-U8 radio and T-360UV) that allow you to gather intelligence and replicate settings from other radios. Frequency Decode: Is the "Listen and Identify" function. Wireless Clone: Is the "Copy and Paste" function.   1. Frequency Decode What it is: This is a feature that allows the walkie-talkie to listen to a radio signal and determine the exact frequency on which that signal is being transmitted.   How it Works: 1. Set Radio A (receiver) to Channel 1 and turn it off. 2. Press and hold Side Button 1 on Radio A (receiver) while it is powered on. The radio will automatically announce "Entering Frequency Measurement Mode" and end with a beep. 3. Position Radio B (transmitter) approximately 1 meter from the Radio A. Press and hold the PTT button on Radio A (receiver) to transmit. The Radio A (receiver) will announce "Frequency Measurement Successful" and automatically save the channel. Radio A (receiver) and B (transmitter) can now communicate normally on the current channel. 4. Switching to another channel is similar to the above steps. Switch Radio A (receiver) to another channel, and Radio B (transmitter) will also switch channels. Press and hold the PTT button on Radio B (transmitter) to transmit. The Radio A (receiver) will announce "Frequency Measurement Successful" and automatically save the channel. Radio A (receiver) and B (transmitter) can now communicate normally on the current channel.   2. Wireless Clone What it is: This is a function that allows you to copy all the programming settings from one walkie-talkie to another of the same model, without using a computer or a cable. It transmits the configuration data wirelessly via radio signal.   How it Works: 1. Set Radio A (receiver) to Channel 2 and power off. 2. On Radio A (receiver), press and hold side button 1 and power on. After hearing the "Team Receive" tone, the transceiver enters the wireless cloning function; the current indicator light turns blue. 3. Set Radio B (transmitter) to Channel 2 and power off. 4. On Radio B (transmitter), simultaneously press and hold side button 1 and the PTT transmit button and power on. The voice prompt "Team Receive" will sound, and the current indicator light turns red. 5. After a few seconds, both Radio A (receiver) and Radio B (transmitter) will automatically announce the current channel "2," indicating that the two radios have successfully teamed up. The two radios can now communicate.   Summary Table Feature Primary Function How It Works Common Use Case Frequency Decode Identify & Discover Listens to a transmission and displays its frequency. Finding unknown channels for listening. Wireless Clone Copy & Duplicate Transmits configuration data from one radio to others. Bulk programming a fleet of radios quickly.

• Oct 24 ,2025

The TM-7600 is a Push-To-Talk over Cellular (PoC) mobile radio designed for in-vehicle communication. With YANTON innovative design, it provides reliable, loud & clear voice service for various field communication scenarios.   Smooth Communication Compared with regular smartphone, the external LTE antennas on the 7600 improve its RX sensitivity. The manual switch enables the 7600 radio to always select the network with stronger signal strengths.   Loud and Clear Voice The built-in 5watt speaker comes with distortion suppression, howling suppression and noise cancellation technology, which enables the 7600 to transmit loud and clear audio even with the window rolled down in construction sites or bustling street.   Flexibility and Adaptability Paring with rich accessories, the 7600 gives more freedom and flexibility for voice communications. With the Android system and standard APIs, the 7600 is open for third-party apps to create an in-vehicle ecosystem for data application in the field.   Robust Design, Easy to Use Compact and lightweight, the 7600 perfectly fits into the limited space in the vehicle of almost all types. Aviation connector between remote microphone and main unit, robust design to provide reliable and stable connection under any operation scenarios.

• Sep 29 ,2025

In celebration of the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China, we will observe a holiday from 1st to 6th October 6th. For any urgent matters, please contact YANTON sales team; we will do our best to assist you.

• Sep 12 ,2025

Explosion-Proof (Hazardous Location Rating) An explosion-proof rating means the device's enclosure is designed to: Contain an Internal Explosion: If a spark from the device's internal components (e.g., the battery, circuitry) ignites flammable gases or dusts that have seeped inside, the enclosure is strong enough to contain the explosion without rupturing. Prevent Ignition of External Atmosphere: The joints and flanges of the enclosure cool any hot gases escaping from inside so that they are not hot enough to ignite the surrounding flammable atmosphere. Operate Safely at Surface Temperatures: The exterior of the device will not get hot enough to become an ignition source itself. This is crucial in industries where flammable gases, vapors, liquids, or dusts are present.   Common Standards and Certifications: ATEX (Europe): Directive 2014/34/EU. A device might be rated for Zone 1 (high risk) or Zone 2 (lower risk). IECEx (International): A global certification system. UL (North America): Class I, Division 1 (hazardous gases present normally) or Division 2 (hazardous gases present abnormally). GB(China's standard system): GB 3836 series of standards.   Explosion-Proof PoC Radio: An Explosion-Proof PoC Radio is a rugged, wireless communication device that is: 1. Certified for use in hazardous environments (like oil refineries, chemical plants, grain silos, mining operations, paint booths, and gas utilities) where flammable substances are present. 2. Uses public cellular networks to provide instant push-to-talk voice communication, GPS location tracking, and data messaging over a very wide area. It is essentially a professional-grade, intrinsically safe Smartphone /walkie-talkie hybrid built for the most dangerous workplaces.   Key Benefits and Use Cases: Safety: The primary benefit. It allows for critical communication in volatile areas without being a source of ignition. Extended Range: Workers on a large refinery site, pipeline right-of-way, or remote mining operation can stay connected far beyond the range of a traditional radio system. Enhanced Coordination: Supervisors can instantly communicate with teams spread across different locations and track their precise GPS location for safety and efficiency. Cost-Effective: Eliminates the need to build and maintain a private land mobile radio (LMR) network like a trunked radio system.   In conclusion, an explosion-proof PoC radio is a vital tool for ensuring both safe operation and effective communication in industries where the combination of explosive atmospheres and wide-area operations is a daily challenge.   Explosion-Proof (Hazardous Location Rating) An explosion-proof rating means the device's enclosure is designed to: Contain an Internal Explosion: If a spark from the device's internal components (e.g., the battery, circuitry) ignites flammable gases or dusts that have seeped inside, the enclosure is strong enough to contain the explosion without rupturing. Prevent Igni...

• Sep 6 ,2025

1.   GPS (Global Positioning System)  Allows the device to determine and report its precise geographic location (longitude and latitude) in real-time. 2.   Recording The function to record audio, either from conversations or the environment. This can include recording both sides of a conversation. 3.   Positioning The system that utilizes GPS to track and monitor the location of the device and its user on a digital map. This is often managed through a backend platform. 4.   Geo-fence A virtual geographic boundary. The administrator can set up allowed or restricted areas on the map. The system will generate an alert (e.g., send a notification) when the device enters or exits these predefined areas. 5.   SOS An emergency function. By pressing a dedicated SOS button, the device immediately sends a distress signal along with its current location to pre-set contacts or a monitoring center, requesting urgent help. 6.   Voice-features The device uses synthesized voice to announce status, such as power on/off, channel switching, low battery, etc.

• Aug 22 ,2025

Encryption in DMR The purpose of encryption in DMR is to prevent unauthorized listeners from understanding your transmissions. It scrambles the digital voice data using a secret "key." Only radios programmed with the same key can decrypt and hear the audio clearly. DMR supports several encryption algorithms, which vary greatly in strength. ARC4 (Alleged RC4) What it is: A stream cipher, meaning it encrypts data one bit at a time. It's very fast and simple to implement. The name "Alleged" comes from its history—it was a proprietary algorithm that was reverse-engineered and published anonymously. Strength: Very Weak. ARC4 has well-known cryptographic weaknesses and is considered obsolete and broken by modern security standards. It can be cracked with relative ease using widely available software. Use in DMR: It's sometimes called "Basic Encryption" in radios. It's offered as a low-cost option because it's not computationally intensive. It should only be used for casual privacy to deter casual eavesdroppers, not for protecting any sensitive information. Many modern radios are moving away from supporting it. AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) What it is: A block cipher, meaning it encrypts data in fixed-size blocks (128 bits). It's a world-wide standard, adopted by the U.S. government and used globally for securing everything from online banking to classified documents. Strength: Extremely Strong. AES is the gold standard for encryption. There are no practical attacks that can break a properly implemented AES encryption in a reasonable amount of time. In DMR, AES is implemented with two key lengths: AES128 Uses a 128-bit key. This means there are 2^128 possible key combinations—an astronomically large number. Strength: Exceptionally strong. It is considered secure for all but the most extreme, long-term secrets (e.g., top-secret government data for decades). For virtually all commercial, industrial, and public safety use, AES128 is more than sufficient and is highly recommended. AES256 Uses a 256-bit key. This is even larger, with 2^256 possible combinations. Strength: "Military-grade" strength. It is overkill for most applications but is used by organizations requiring the absolute highest level of security where future advances in computing (like quantum computers) are a concern. It requires slightly more processing power than AES128.   Comparison Table Feature ARC4 AES128 AES256 Type Stream Cipher Block Cipher Block Cipher Key Length Typically 40-bit (weak) or 104-bit 128-bit 256-bit Security Weak (Broken) Very Strong Extremely Strong Speed Very Fast Fast Slightly Slower Recommendation Avoid. Use only for obscurity. Yes. Ideal for most secure uses. Yes. For maximum security needs. Standardization Obsolete, non-standard NIST Standard NIST Standard   Important Considerations for DMR Encryption Key Management: The biggest challenge isn't the algorithm, but managing the keys. All radios in a talkgroup must have the...

• Aug 15 ,2025

Analog vs Digital Two-Way Radios Analog two-way radios have been the standard for decades. The analog Specialized Mobile Radio (SMR) standard, created by the FCC in the late 1970s, allows two-way communications in certain frequency bands for business and commercial systems. Analog radios have reached the peak of their advancement. They are simple to use and are often all that is needed on a personal level. When an individual or company needs a more advanced radio that is capable of messaging, location services and more, they look to digital radios.  Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) is an open digital mobile radio standard defined by ETSI (The European Telecommunications Standards Institute), and it is applicable all over the world. Commercial products must comply to it, and users are not locked into proprietary solutions. The DMR standard Consists of DMR Tier I, Tier II and Tier III.  Each tier provides different functionality and coverage range. How Digital DMR Works Both analog and digital radios send signals over a radio channel using a Very High Frequency (VHF) or Ultra High Frequency (UHF) carrier frequency wave. In simple terms, analog radios use frequency modulation (FM) to encode a voice signal within a carrier wave. Your voice changes, or modulates, the frequency of the wave. The difference between the modulated frequency and the baseline channel frequency can then be demodulated by the receiving radio and turned back into a comprehensible voice message. Digital radios do the same thing, but they have an extra encoding step before the voice signal reaches the carrier wave. The voice message is encoded into binary packets (ones and zeroes). These packets of numbers are then able to modulate the frequency of the carrier wave. The modulated frequency of a digital signal is not a continuous wave but instead an intermittent stepped change. Learn more about the different DMR Tiers Digital radios provide several advantages and additional benefits compared to analog radios: Increased Channel Capacity DMR uses the two-slot TDMA in a 12.5 kHz channel – this means that, as opposed to analog communication, you have two slots for communication instead of one. This time is essentially split up in milliseconds so that users don’t notice the time gaps, allowing a doubling of capacity for two channels instead of one.   Analog radios support up to 16 channels, and some analog radios have continuously rotating channel selector switches that can support up to 128 channels.  DMR radios with advanced trunking technology can support hundreds of channels.  Digital Push-to-Talk over Cellular radios have unlimited channel capacity.  Longer Range A standard analog radio is going to decrease in signal the closer you get towards its maximum range, at which point, all you hear is white noise. On the other hand, a digital radio is going to remain much more consistent in sound quality regardless of distance to or ...